Kennel Attendant

Kennel Attendant – Companion Animal Clinic (Topeka, KS)

Companion Animal Clinic is looking for a part‑time Kennel Attendant to support the hospital's boarding facility. This position requires open availability on weekends and holidays, with the ability to work split shifts to accommodate morning and evening pet care needs. Experience working with animals preferred.

The Kennel Attendant is a key role for our kennel that provides daily care for our boarded animals and assists with kennel maintenance. The position involves cleaning, bathing, grooming, exercising, and feeding our boarded animals. The Attendant is also responsible for cleaning cages, administering medication, and monitoring the behavior of our boarded dogs. The role interacts with the clinical team, clients and supports our customer‑focused environment.

• Daily care for boarded animals
• Bathing, grooming, exercising, feeding, administering medication, and monitoring behavior
• Assist with kennel maintenance and cleaning
• Reporting changes in animal behavior, health or concerns to Vet or Hospital Manager
• Maintaining animal records, such as weight, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, food intake and other potential data as needed
• Other duties as assigned by Doctor/Hospital Manager/Kennel Manager
• Washing, drying, and folding laundry
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more, stoop, bend and stand on feet for long periods.
• Travel may be required

• High School Diploma or relevant education and work experience
• Previous experience with animals preferred
• Customer service attitude
• Organizational skills
• Team oriented, enjoys working as part of a team
• Solid communication skills